Can You Lease A Horsebox?

Lease purchase allows you to finance your new horsebox, giving you a choice of re-financing the balloon payment and keeping it, or re-newing your box after 3 years. The lease purchase only differs from the Hire purchase in one way, at the end of agreement there is a balloon payment due.

How does horsebox finance work?

The deposit, term and interest rate is agreed upfront. The documents are signed and the agreement starts, where your monthly payments begin. At the end of the agreement, the horsebox is yours. You can settle at any time without penalty, but where the term is fixed, the balance must be settled in full.

How fast can you go in a horsebox?

Standard HGVs will see a speed limit increase from 40 mph to 50 mph.

What weight can a 3.5 tonne horsebox carry?

between 750-1100 kilos
Payloads can vary in 3.5 Tonne horseboxes- but are generally between 750-1100 kilos. So… average 16.2 Horse weighs approximately 680 kilos, two passengers at 80 kilos each, 25 kilos of tack would give you a total weight of 865 kilos.

How long is a 7.5 T horsebox?

With a total length of 8.2 Metres and a height of 3.75 Metres the Supreme 7.5t can comfortably accommodate four people.

Can I drive a horsebox on my car insurance?

Motorised horseboxes require specialised insurance since they are not standard vehicles. There is a legal requirement to have a minimum of third-party cover if you are driving your horsebox on public roads.

Can I drive a horsebox on a car Licence?

In order to legally drive a 3.5-tonne horsebox on public roads, you need a Category C1 licence. This licence specifically qualifies you to drive vehicles between 3.5 and 7.5 tonnes WITHOUT trailers in tow. These kinds of horseboxes are perfect for one or two animals and a little bit of gear.

Does a horse box need an MOT?

You must get an annual test (MOT) for your horsebox. Having your horsebox properly checked and serviced by a qualified mechanic before the annual test will help to ensure it is in good enough condition to pass.

How long can you trailer a horse without stopping?

Horses are fine for up to 9 hours in a trailer as long as they have food and water, and unloading during the trip just adds to your end time considerably. Rather, get to where you are going and let them –and you- have a long rest.

Can you sit in the back of a horsebox?

If you own one of the larger, coach-built horseboxes, you’ll probably have a comfortable seating area at the rear. This provides a great space to sit, eat and entertain when you’re at shows, events or competitions. But be very careful about sitting in this space when the vehicle is on the move.

Can I drive a 7.5 ton horse box?

Licencing for Horseboxes
Assuming you do not want to tow a trailer behind your vehicle, you will need a Category C1 licence. This licence enables you to operate vehicles of between 3.5 and 7.5 tonnes MAM. Please understand that these weight limits do not necessarily reference only the weight of the vehicle.

What is high mileage for a horsebox?

Horsebox mileage
A high mileage is quite normal on horseboxes and even when looking at 3-400,000 kilometers, this is acceptable as long as the vehicle has been looked after.

Can I tow a horsebox on my licence?

A Category B+E licence – this is the most useful for towing horsebox trailers. It allows you to tow a trailer with a MAM of up to 3,500kg (i.e. a horse trailer). To get this, you’ll need to take an extra driving test (see below)

Can I drive a 7.5 tonne on a car Licence?

If the vehicle has a MAM between 3.5 tonnes and 7.5 tonnes then a category ‘C1’ LGV driving licence is needed, however, if the (MAM) is more than 7.5 tonnes then a category ‘C’ LGV driving licence is needed.

Do I need a medical to drive a 7.5 ton lorry?

It is the law that you are medically fit to drive a bus or a lorry. The medical lasts until you are 45 years of age and then another is required every five years until you get to 65 years when it then becomes yearly.

What licence do I need to drive a 7.5 ton lorry?

C1
Updated on October 2022. To drive a 7.5-tonne vehicle you need to have the C1 entitled on your licence. If you have passed your Category B (Car) driving test before 1st January 1997, you automatically have ‘grandfather rights’ that allows you to drive a 7-5 tonne lorry without having to take the C1 driving test.

What licence do you need to pull a horsebox?

You must hold a current full driving licence in the category ‘B’ (car). You must first pass a driver theory test in the category ‘BW’ (if not already passed to obtain a category ‘B’ licence). Apply for a learner permit in category ‘BE’ in an National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) centre.

What age can you drive a horsebox?

In order to drive vehicles of 3.5 to 7.5 tonnes, you need to be over the age of 18 and take the medium goods vehicle test. To drive a lorry which is more than 7.5 tonnes, you will need to be over the age of 21 and take a large goods vehicle test.

What are the new rules for drivers in 2022?

Here’s what you need to know.

• Mandatory Speed Limiters. All new cars are to be fitted with speed limiters from July 2022 to improve road safety.
• Using Mobile Phones while Driving.
• Council Fines for Minor Traffic Offences.
• New Homes to Have EV Charging Points.
• Clean Air Zone.
• Highway Code Changes.

How long can a horse travel in a horsebox?

Stop every four-and-a-half hours to rest the horses and offer them water. They don’t have to come off the trailer, they just need to stand still for half an hour. Ideally, maximum travel time should be 12 hours, including stops.

Do you need horse trailer insurance?

If you’re going to be transporting your horses, it’s incredibly important to have comprehensive horse trailer insurance in place to keep both you and your horses safe.